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Residential Solar and Wind Systems: What Are the Costs?

Residential Solar and Wind Systems: What Are the Costs?

Most homeowners interested in green electricity in Texas will consider a solar energy system or residential wind turbine system.  Unfortunately, they will run smack into sticker shock. Wind turbine systems can run as high as $65,000 installed. A 2 kilowatt (kw) grid-tied system (no battery back up) can run to $16,000, a 5 kw upwards of $40,000. Deep cycle back-up batteries for both wind and solar can add on 20 to 30 percent more. You might b [...]

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Bounce Energy Introduces 2 New Plans

Bounce Energy Introduces 2 New Plans

Bounce Energy is introducing two new plans to give customers even more options when they order electricity: Amazing 18 and Smart Green. If you're looking for a fixed plan lasting longer than a year but not as long as two years, then take a look at Amazing 18. Amazing 18 is a fixed rate plan that locks in the current low rate for 18 months. You'll also be automatically enrolled into the Bounce Energy Rewards Program where you can earn gifts fo [...]

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Saving Energy in Spanish

Saving Energy in Spanish

Living in Texas, I've started noticing that many items whether they are children's toys to items from the grocery store, are all printed in English and Spanish. With a growing rate of "12.4% of Americans who are frequent Spanish speakers" (according to the U.S. Department of Energy blog), I can see the growing needs for both languages. The U.S. Department of Energy, specifically the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), has [...]

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Bounce Energy’s New Low Rates and a New Plan

Bounce Energy's New Low Rates and a New Plan

For the start of Fall, Bounce Energy has lowered its rates to help its customers save money on their Texas electricity bills. All the rates on the plans they have available have been decreased. Choose from fixed rate energy plans with contract terms starting from 6-month to as long as 24-month term contracts to lock down a super low rate. Or if you want the option to take advantage of electricity rates as they may keep on falling, pick one of Bou [...]

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Bounce Energy Plan Spotlight: Blue Sky Fixed 12

Bounce Energy Plan Spotlight: Blue Sky Fixed 12

For homeowners who want to lock in a low rate and have zero effect on the environment, the Blue Sky Fixed 12 is the plan for you. It's similar to the Terrific 12, that lets you take advantage of a low rate for 12 billing cycles but the difference between the two plans is that the Blue Sky Fixed 12 is being powered by 100% renewable resources. So why should you choose green energy? Green energy leaves a smaller negative impact on the environme [...]

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NatGeo Article Explains the 21st Century Grid

Leave it to the National Geographic to capture the essence of change brought by a modern electrical grid: "...[T]he first thing a smart grid will do, if we let it, is turn us into savvier consumers of electricity. We'll become aware of how much we're consuming and cut back, especially at moments of peak demand, when electricity costs most to produce. That will save us and the utilities money—and incidentally reduce pollution. In a way, w [...]

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Getting Deep in Green

Getting Deep in Green

Looking to “greenify” your home or office but not sure where to begin? If so, let the consultants with Deep Green Living help.  Their consultants will visit your home or office to understand your daily practices. They review everything from your utility bills to the products under your sink and then provide you with a customized action plan to reduce your impact on the environment and help with cost savings as well. If you’re expecting [...]

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Help Support Oil-Spill Cleanup Through Bounce Energy

Help Support Oil-Spill Cleanup Through Bounce Energy

The Gulf Coast oil spill that was caused by the April 20, 2010, explosion of an offshore oil rig has put local wildlife in danger. The National Wildlife Federation's Gulf Restoration Program is coordinating volunteer and restoration efforts to protect and monitor animals at risk. There are many land and sea animals at risk who have lost their home because of the oil spill. To help with the oil spill cleanup, Bounce Energy will donate money to NW [...]

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Cash for Caulkers Update

What has been dubbed "Home Star 2.0" has been introduced to the full Senate on May 27 by the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee (Jeff Bingman, Chair; Lisa Murkowski, Ranking Member).  The version of the bill, S.3434, has bi-partisan support and there are some hopes it will be passed by July 4. The Home Star Program was launched in March by President Obama to help put American housing construction workers back to work.  It has two [...]

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Happy Earth Day | Last Day to Take Advantage of our Earth Day Promotions

Happy Earth Day | Last Day to Take Advantage of our Earth Day Promotions

Happy Earth Day everyone. Just a quick reminder that today is the last day to take advantage of our Earth Day promotions. Here's a quick summary... First, if you sign up for our 100% renewable energy Blue Sky Fixed 6 plan, you'll get an instant $25 bill credit. This 6 month fixed rate plan powers your home with energy from clean sources like Wind, Solar and Biomass. You'll also be automatically enrolled in our Rewards program where you'll [...]

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Bounce Supports St. Luke’s Day School

Bounce Supports St. Luke's Day School

Now that Easter has come and gone (and hopefully you’ve come down off the Easter candy rush), you may be looking for something new and fun to do. On Friday, April 16, 2010, St. Luke's Day School is having an "Up, Up & Away Soiree” and Bounce Energy is excited to support this festive event! While enjoying the company of friends, family and teachers, you’ll be able to participate in silent and live auctions and enjoy delicious food donate [...]

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Bounce Energy vs Green Mountain Energy: Go Green and Getting More

Bounce Energy vs Green Mountain Energy: Go Green and Getting More

Two Texas electricity providers that offer renewable energy plans. Two providers that take great pride in customer satisfaction. What truly sets Bounce Energy and Green Mountain apart may be the devil in the details, so I've decided to dive a bit deeper and provide additional insight into the primary differences between Bounce Energy and other Texas electric providers. _____________________________ 12-Month Fixed Rate Plans Green Mountain's Po [...]

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